Police Rescue Victims, Arrest 88 in Lagos-Ogun Operation

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) intensified its offensive against kidnapping and violent crime in Lagos and Ogun States, resulting in the rescue of five kidnapping victims. The operation, codenamed "Operation Ko Si Ay," was launched under the direction of Inspector General of Police Olatunji Disu.

During the operation, four kidnappers were killed, and 88 suspects were apprehended across both states. The operation aimed to flush out kidnappers and armed robbers from the forests and highways bordering the two states.

Ogun State Commissioner of Police Tijani Fatai Bode Ojajuni disclosed that the police conducted extensive bush clearing operations covering areas including Ikeja, Kara Bridge, and Shagamu. The police recovered several weapons, including AK-47 rifles and assault rifles, during the operation.

Ojajuni assured the public that no organized bandit camps were discovered and urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities as police efforts to curb kidnapping and armed robbery continue.